2014 MLB Free Agency: Looking at Every Team's Offseason Shopping List

The MLB offseason has officially arrived, and while things won't heat up for another month or so, teams are already putting together their list of needs with winter approaching.

Whether it's adding a complementary piece here and there or making a big-splash signing for one of the market's top free agents, every team has at least a few deals in mind this offseason. Really, what team couldn't use another starting pitcher or a bat with some pop if the right situation presented itself.

So here is a quick rundown of all 30 MLB teams' shopping list heading into the offseason as they look to replace departed free agents and fill any other roster holes before spring training rolls around.

Baltimore Orioles

The Baltimore Orioles' starting rotation was what held them back for the second straight season, as the deadline acquisitions of Scott Feldman and Bud Norris didn't push them over the top and prospects Dylan Bundy and Kevin Gausman didn't assume the major roles they were expected to. Expect them to hotly pursue a second-tier veteran starter to fill out their staff.

Second Base

After 13 seasons with the organization, including four injury-plagued years the past four, Brian Roberts' time as the Baltimore Orioles' second baseman has come to a close. He could be brought back on a low-cost deal, but he won't again be counted on as the everyday option. Prospect Jonathan Schoop is expected to fill the position down the road, but the team will likely look for a veteran stopgap to help ease him into the role.

Designated Hitter

The Orioles got very little production out of the DH spot last season until Danny Valencia came on strong late. While he'll be back, the team will still no doubt look to add a veteran bat with some pop to bring some added production to that spot.

Left Field

Nate McLouth was plucked from the scrapheap at midseason in 2012 and has done a nice job as the team's leadoff hitter and left fielder since. He made just $2 million on a one-year deal last year and could be headed for a decent raise in free agency, so the Orioles will need to decide if they want to bring him back or look elsewhere.

Boston Red Sox

Deciding what to do at the catcher position may be the biggest decision of the offseason for the Boston Red Sox—outside of whether or not to re-sign Jacoby Ellsbury. They could very well opt to bring back Jarrod Saltalamacchia after what was the best season of his career, but don't be surprised if they make a serious run at Brian McCann.

First Base

A failed physical lowered the cost of signing Mike Napoli from a three-year, $39 million deal to a one-year, $5 million deal, though he wound up earning $13 million this year anyway with incentives. He ranked second on the team in home runs and RBI this past season and played a plus defensive first base, so look for the Red Sox to try to bring him back. If not, they'll turn their attention to guys like Kendrys Morales and James Loney.

Middle Relief

The trio of Craig Breslow, Junichi Tazawa and Koji Uehara was great for the Red Sox all season, but beyond those three, the bullpen was inconsistent at best. Brandon Workman could be a solid option, but the team will no doubt look to add another veteran arm or two to fill out the 'pen.

Depth in Center Field?

With top prospect Jackie Bradley Jr. on the cusp of making a big league contribution and capable of being a legitimate impact player atop the lineup if he can reach his full potential, the Red Sox will have a big decision to make on whether or not to give Jacoby Ellsbury the $100 million-plus he could net in free agency. If they opt to let him walk, signing someone to provide some depth at the position will be a need.

With Hiroki Kuroda and Phil Hughes departing in free agency and Andy Pettitte retired, the New York Yankees rotation beyond CC Sabathia and Ivan Nova is a major question mark looking ahead to 2014. Expect the team to sign at least a couple veteran starters to round out the rotation.

Catcher

After deciding against re-signing Russell Martin last offseason, the Yankees relied on Chris Stewart (.211 BA, .566 OPS) and Austin Romine (.207 BA, .551 OPS) behind the plate in 2013. Brian McCann will likely be near the top of their offseason wish list, and one way or another, they'll look to upgrade behind the dish.

Center Field

It was a disappointing season for Curtis Granderson, as forearm and hand injuries limited him to just 61 games. And after hitting 84 home runs in 2011 and 2012 combined, he managed just seven in 2013. That will lower his cost to the point that the Yankees could look to bring him back, but there will be a number of other teams interested as well.

Late-Inning Relief

With Mariano Rivera retired, the Yankees will likely give David Robertson the first crack at taking over closer duties. Prospect Mark Montgomery could wind up playing a major role as well, but with Boone Logan and Joba Chamberlain also free agents, the team will need to add at least a few pieces to the bullpen puzzle.

Tampa Bay Rays

Not since John Jaso hit .263/.372/.378 over 339 at-bats in 2010 have the Tampa Bay Rays had a catcher put up even average numbers offensively. They've relied on Jose Molina and his plus defensive skills the past two seasons, but they'll likely look to upgrade over the 38-year-old this offseason.

First Base

The Rays struck gold on another bargain-basement deal this past offseason when they added James Loney on a one-year, $2 million deal. They'll almost certainly let him walk for a big payday elsewhere now and search for the next buy-low producer. One name that could make sense is Michael Morse, as he is coming off a terrible season but still has plenty of power potential.

Closer

Signed to a two-year, $4.5 million deal prior to the 2012 season, Fernando Rodney racked up 85 saves in his two season in Tampa Bay. He was nowhere near as dominant this past season as he was in 2012, but he is still one of the top closer options on the market and has likely priced himself out of Tampa. The Rays will no doubt go bargain hunting once again this offseason to fill the role.

Toronto Blue Jays

SP Josh Johnson

Key Free Agents

SP Josh Johnson, RP Darren Oliver, OF Rajai Davis

Major Areas of Need

Starting Pitching

For as big of a letdown as the Toronto Blue Jays were in 2013, they will return much of the same core of players to the field in 2014 as they look to turn things around. That said, they'll likely add at least one starting pitcher with Josh Johnson departing in free agency, and they could look to target a front-line arm to slot alongside veterans R.A. Dickey and Mark Buehrle atop the rotation.

Catcher

After trading Travis d'Arnaud in the offseason, the Blue Jays relied on J.P. Arencibia as their primary catcher once again this season. While he launched 21 home runs in 474 at-bats, he hit just .194/.227/.365 and was below average at best defensively. Adding a veteran backstop, even if it's just as a platoon option for Arencibia, would help the pitching staff a good deal.

Chicago White Sox

1B Paul Konerko

Key Free Agents

1B Paul Konerko, SP Gavin Floyd

Major Areas of Need

Starting Pitching

The trio of Chris Sale, John Danks and Jose Quintana look to be firmly entrenched atop the Chicago White Sox rotation, but adding another proven veteran behind them may not be a bad idea. Young arms like Hector Santiago, Erik Johnson and Andre Rienzo will all be in the mix for a rotation spot, but throwing a proven arm into that competition could make everyone better.

Catcher

The White Sox opted to let A.J. Pierzynski walk in free agency last season in favor of former top prospect Tyler Flowers behind the plate. However, the 27-year-old hit just .195/.247/.355 in 256 at-bats before going down with a shoulder injury and 25-year-old Josh Phegley (.206/.223/.299) didn't fare any better. They'll likely at least kick the tires on some second-tier catching options.

Cleveland Indians

The Cleveland Indians rotation was among the biggest surprises in all of baseball this season. Two of the most pleasant surprises, Ubaldo Jimenez (13-9, 3.30 ERA) and Scott Kazmir (10-9, 4.04 ERA), are both ready to cash in on the free-agent market. One or both may get a qualifying offer, but chances are they price themselves out of Cleveland and the team will need to look elsewhere to rework its staff.

Relief Pitching

With two of their most reliable relievers, Joe Smith and Matt Albers set to hit free agency and closer Chris Perez looking like a non-tender candidate, the Indians bullpen will have little in the way of proven in-house options behind Cody Allen and Bryan Shaw. They'll try their best to keep Smith, but they will likely look to add at least a couple of late-inning arms either way.

Detroit Tigers

Al Bello/Getty ImagesRP Joaquin Benoit

Key Free Agents

RP Joaquin Benoit, SS Jhonny Peralta, 2B Omar Infante, C Brayan Pena

Major Areas of Need

Closer

Last time Joaquin Benoit hit the free-agent market, it was as a top-flight setup man and he got a three-year, $16.5 million deal from the Detroit Tigers. He'll likely cost even more this time around after proving he can be a plus closer option as well. And if the Tigers don't want to pay him, they'll have to search elsewhere for a ninth-inning option or hope Bruce Rondon steps up in his second season.

Second Base

The acquisition of Omar Infante at the deadline in 2012 shored up what had been a revolving door at second base for the Tigers. With very few options on the market, the team could very well give the 31-year-old a deal similar to the three-year, $20 million that Marco Scutaro got last offseason. The Tigers could also let him walk in hopes that 22-year-old Hernan Perez can step into the everyday job.

Kansas City Royals

Jamie Squire/Getty ImagesSP Ervin Santana

Key Free Agents

SP Ervin Santana, SP/RP Bruce Chen, 2B Miguel Tejada

Major Areas of Need

Starting Pitching

The Kansas City Royals have a solid one-two punch for next season locked up in James Shields and Jeremy Guthrie, and flame-throwing prospect Yordano Ventura looks like he could be a good one, but the potential loss of Ervin Santana would be a blow. The Royals have some money to make an attempt to re-sign the right-hander, but if they can't come to terms, they'll need to explore other options on the market to replace him.

Second Base/Utility Infielder

Depending on what role the team decides to use Emilio Bonifacio in next season, it will need to look for either a starting second baseman or a utility man. The speedy Bonifacio was picked up in August and went on to hit .285/.352/.348 in 158 at-bats at the team's everyday second baseman. That said, he's thrived in a super utility role in the past, and the team could look to add someone like Omar Infante to allow him to return to that role.

Minnesota Twins

Hannah Foslien/Getty ImagesSP Mike Pelfrey

Key Free Agents

SP Mike Pelfrey

Major Areas of Need

Starting Pitching

The Minnesota Twins went bargain hunting in an attempt to fix their starting pitching problems last offseason, adding Mike Pelfrey and Kevin Correia in free agency and trading for Vance Worley. The result was a 96-loss campaign and an MLB-worst 5.26 ERA from their rotation. Chances are they'll take a similar approach this offseason and hope for better results.

First Baseman/Run Producer

With longtime Twins first baseman Justin Morneau dealt to the Pirates at the deadline, the Twins are slated to rely on Josh Willingham, Ryan Doumit and Brian Dozier to be their primary run producers. Those three are all capable of decent seasons, but adding a first baseman with some pop to slot in the middle of the order would give the offense a nice boost.

Houston Astros

Jason Miller/Getty ImagesSP Erik Bedard

Key Free Agents

SP Erik Bedard

Major Areas of Need

Low-Cost Veteran Starting Pitcher

The Houston Astros' only free agent, and the only player on the roster making $1 million or more by the end of the year, is left-hander Erik Bedard. As the team continues to rebuild, it's not going to spend any significant money in free agency, but look for it to add someone in the same mold as Bedard to fill out the rotation.

Relief Pitching

It will be more bargain hunting to fill this role, but adding a few veterans on minor league deals to what is a young assortment of relief arms seems like a good move as the Astros try to protect any leads their young staff may be able to hand over to them.

Los Angeles Angels

Thearon W. Henderson/Getty ImagesSP Jason Vargas

Key Free Agents

SP Jason Vargas

Major Areas of Need

Starting Pitching

The Los Angeles Angels spent a ton on Albert Pujols and Josh Hamilton the past two seasons, then tried to piece together the trio of Jason Vargas, Joe Blanton and Tommy Hanson at the back end of their rotation and expected to be contenders. Vargas was solid, but he's also the only one set to hit free agency. If the Angels have any chance of fulfilling expectations, they'll have to assemble a much better group behind Jered Weaver and C.J. Wilson.

Relief Pitching

The starting rotation was not solely to blame for the team's struggles, as bullpen's 4.12 ERA ranked 26th in the MLB. It will need to address that as well this offseason. Michael Kohn, Dane De La Rosa and Ernesto Frieri are solid, and Sean Burnett should be back healthy, but beyond that there's not much to work with.

Oakland Athletics

The Oakland A's were lucky enough to re-sign Bartolo Colon on a one-year, $3 million deal last offseason, due in large part to the fact that his 2012 season ended in a PED suspension. But after going 18-6 with a 2.65 ERA, the 40-year-old likely won't come cheap this time around and will be pitching elsewhere. The emergence of Sonny Gray gives the A's five solid starting options, but they're all 26 or younger, so adding a veteran to the mix makes sense.

Setup Man/Closer

The A's will either need to re-sign Grant Balfour (unlikely give what he'll cost), sign another free-agent closer or move either Ryan Cook or Sean Doolittle from his setup role into the ninth inning. Regardless of what route they opt to go, they'll be in the market for a late-inning arm of some sort to shore up the back end of their 'pen.

Seattle Mariners

The Seattle Mariners have brought up a good deal of young talent from their farm system over the past couple years, but one area where they are without a long-term answer is center field. Franklin Gutierrez will be gone in free agency, and while Dustin Ackley saw some time there last year, they'll likely make a play for one of the trio of Jacoby Ellsbury, Shin-Soo Choo and Curtis Granderson.

Designated Hitter

Kendrys Morales proved to be a nice pickup for the Mariners, and their decision not to move him at the deadline is a good indication that they'll try to bring him back on a multi-year deal. If they can't come to terms with him, they'll need to look elsewhere for a run producer to slot in the DH spot.

Relief Pitcher

The Mariners have some good young arms in their bullpen in the likes of Yoervis Medina, Carter Capps and Danny Farquhar, among others. However, with Oliver Perez likely to depart in free agency, adding a veteran bullpen arm, and perhaps a second left-hander in particular to slot alongside Charlie Furbush, looks to be a need.

Texas Rangers

The duo of Yu Darvish and Derek Holland atop the Texas Rangers staff is one of the best around, and Martin Perez looks like he'll be a solid No. 3 option. But if they hope to be serious title contenders, they'll need to add at least one more front-line arm. Matt Garza was not the answer after being acquired at the deadline, and relying on Alexi Ogando or Neftali Feliz seems like a risky proposition.

Closer

With Joe Nathan all but certain to opt out of his $9 million option and set for a big payday somewhere else, the Rangers will need to make some decisions at the back of their bullpen. There are certainly in-house options like Joakim Soria, Tanner Scheppers, or the aforementioned Feliz—and in the end, they may not add anyone—but the closer spot is at least a question that needs to be answered at this point.

Left Field

The August acquisition of Alex Rios gives the Rangers a solid replacement for Nelson Cruz, and Leonys Martin looks more than capable of holding down center field for the next several years. But left field is a spot where the team could look to make a splash. David Murphy will be gone in free agency, and the team could make a play for one of the top outfield bats to replace him.

Catcher

With both A.J. Pierzynski and Geovany Soto entering free agency and top catching prospect Jorge Alfaro still at least a couple years away, the Rangers need to find a catcher for 2014. Bringing Pierzynski back on a one-year, or even two-year deal, looks like the most likely solution, but they could also make a play for someone like Brian McCann or Jarrod Saltalamacchia.

Atlanta Braves

Chances are that Brian McCann is on the way out in Atlanta—unless he is willing to give the Braves a major hometown discount, and that seems unlikely given his expected value on the open market. The most likely scenario seems to be turning catcher duties over to Evan Gattis until top prospect Christian Bethancourt is ready, but the Braves could look at the free-agent market for a stopgap option as well.

Starting Pitcher

The trio of Kris Medlen, Mike Minor and Julio Teheran will fill three rotation spots, but the rest of the staff is a question mark heading into the offseason. A healthy Brandon Beachy would almost certainly warrant a spot, and Alex Wood showed some potential but may still wind up in the bullpen long-term. With Tim Hudson and Paul Maholm departing, the team could look to sign a veteran arm or perhaps pursue a trade for a front-line arm like David Price if the opportunity presents itself.

Miami Marlins

Kevin C. Cox/Getty Images3B Placido Polanco

Key Free Agents

3B Placido Polanco, OF Juan Pierre, RP Chad Qualls

Major Areas of Need

Veteran Starting Pitcher

The Miami Marlins' young pitching staff actually looks like it could be a strength in 2014, as 21-year-old Jose Fernandez is already one of the best pitchers in the game and Jacob Turner (22), Nathan Eovaldi (23) and Henderson Alvarez (23) all look to have bright future. Adding a veteran to fill out the staff and help mentor these young arms seems like a wise play for the Marlins.

Third Base

The Marlins could opt to go with 31-year-old Ed Lucas or prospect Zack Cox at the hot corner in 2013, but with Placido Polanco departing in free agency and no clear-cut choice to take over, it is a spot where they could look to make a free-agent signing. Last year, they waited until the end of the offseason to add Polanco and Juan Pierre on low-cost deals, and they could do the same with a few veterans this winter.

New York Mets

Were it not for the New York Mets' complete lack of outfield options, Marlon Byrd may never have gotten a chance to put together the surprising bounce-back season he did. Now, with money to spend, the team looks to be firmly in the mix for someone from the trio of Jacoby Ellsbury, Shin-Soo Choo and Curtis Granderson. It has some in-house options in Juan Lagares, Lucas Duda, Eric Young and Matt den Dekker, but upgrading over anyone from that group would be relatively easy.

Late-Inning Reliever(s)

When the 2013 season came to a close, it was LaTroy Hawkins who was closing games for the Mets with Bobby Parnell on the disabled list. Both Hawkins and former closer Frank Francisco will be gone in free agency, and aside from Parnell and Scott Rice, the Mets don't have much to work with in the bullpen as far as returning players.

Starting Pitcher

The trio of Zack Wheeler, Dillon Gee and Jon Niese figure to be back in the rotation in 2014, but with Matt Harvey out following Tommy John surgery and a the fifth spot up for grabs all season, the Mets will no doubt look to add at least one viable starting option. Prospects Noah Syndergaard and Rafael Montero could make some noise in the second half, but neither will be ready for Opening Day.

First Base

Ike Davis has been a huge disappointment so far. The 26-year-old will be arbitration-eligible for the first time this offseason, so the team has a decision to make regarding his future. The power potential is certainly still there, but until he starts making more consistent contact, he'll never be able to full tap into it. A non-tender is not completely out of the question at this point.

Shortstop

Finding a stopgap option at shortstop may be easier said than done, but the Mets could look to take a chance on someone like Rafael Furcal on a one-year deal to help shore up their middle infield situation. Ruben Tejada may still get a chance to prove he can be the guy at shortstop, but adding some insurance there seems wise.

Philadelphia Phillies

Drew Hallowell/Getty ImagesSP Roy Halladay

Key Free Agents

SP Roy Halladay, C Carlos Ruiz

Major Areas of Need

Catcher

The Philadelphia Phillies' primary catcher since 2007, Carlos Ruiz followed up a career-best offensive season in 2012 with one of his worst in 2013, and the 34-year-old now hits free agency. The Phillies have nothing in the way of an in-house option capable of stepping in, so they'll either make a play for another free agent or simply bring back Ruiz on a short-term deal.

Starting Pitcher

This all depends on what the Phillies think their chances of being competitive are for the 2014 season. Behind Cole Hamels and Cliff Lee, the team has a number of young arms it could slot in the rotation. Ethan Martin, Jonathan Pettibone and top prospect Jesse Biddle will all be in the running, as will Cuban defector Miguel Alfredo Gonzalez, but the team could still look to add a proven arm to that mix.

Washington Nationals

Norm Hall/Getty ImagesSP Dan Haren

Key Free Agents

SP Dan Haren

Major Areas of Need

Starting Pitcher

The past two seasons, the Washington Nationals have given one-year deals to Edwin Jackson and Dan Haren to fill out their starting rotation, and they could take a similar approach this winter. They could also stay in-house and go with some combination of Ross Detwiler, Tanner Roark and Taylor Jordan behind their big three, though adding a veteran seems like the more likely scenario.

Chicago Cubs

Christian Petersen/Getty ImagesC Dioner Navarro

Key Free Agents

C Dioner Navarro, RP Kevin Gregg, SP Scott Baker

Major Areas of Need

Center Field

As the Chicago Cubs continue to reshape their roster for a potential run at contention in 2015, this could be the offseason when they look to make a splash signing and add a key piece to the offensive puzzle.

Their farm system is loaded with impact bats, but with the failure of former first-round pick Brett Jackson, they have no long-term answer in center field. Ryan Sweeney and Brian Bogusevic could hold it down short-term, but signing someone like Shin-Soo Choo or Jacoby Ellsbury seems like a very real possibility.

Relief Pitching

The Cubs were lucky enough to pluck Kevin Gregg from the scrapheap at the beginning of the season and have him lock down the closer job, or a bad bullpen likely would have been even worse. Blake Parker had a nice breakout season, and the setup duo of Pedro Strop and James Russell is solid, but the team needs at least another reliable arm or two.

Starting Pitcher

The Cubs did a nice job signing and then flipping Scott Feldman last offseason, and they could look to make a similar move to fill out their rotation this year. Chris Rusin and Jake Arrieta will likely get every chance to win a spot behind Jeff Samardzija, Travis Wood and Edwin Jackson, but signing another upside veteran to a one-year deal seems likely.

Cincinnati Reds

Jared Wickerham/Getty ImagesCF Shin-Soo Choo

Key Free Agents

CF Shin-Soo Choo, SP Bronson Arroyo, RP Manny Parra

Major Areas of Need

Low-Cost Starting Pitching Depth

The Cincinnati Reds will likely part ways with Bronson Arroyo in free agency, but with Tony Cingrani ready to step into his rotation spot. they don't need to make a splash signing. Instead, adding a veteran like Bruce Chen who could serve as a swingman in the 'pen and give the team some depth would be the better move.

Center Field

Shin-Soo Choo will no doubt get more money than the Reds are willing to offer elsewhere, and after the show Billy Hamilton put on down the stretch, he will likely get every chance to win the everyday center field job this spring. The Reds will be rooting for him to win the job as well, but bringing someone in to push him and serve as a backup plan seems wise.

Milwaukee Brewers

Marc Serota/Getty Images1B Corey Hart

Key Free Agents

1B Corey Hart, RP Mike Gonzalez, IF Yuniesky Betancourt

Major Areas of Need

First Base

A steady force in the Milwaukee Brewers lineup for a number of years, Corey Hart missed the entire 2013 season with knee issues and will now hit free agency. The team could look to bring him back on a one-year deal, but it will need to figure something out at first base. Kendrys Morales, James Loney and Michael Morse are among the free-agent options.

Starting Pitcher?

It was a rocky season for the Brewers staff, but at this point, the foursome of Yovani Gallardo, Kyle Lohse, Wily Peralta and Marco Estrada doesn't look all that bad for 2014. Johnny Hellweg, Jimmy Nelson and Tyler Thornburg will all be in the mix for a rotation spot as well, but adding a veteran to that mix as insurance should injury strike could make sense.

Pittsburgh Pirates

David Maxwell/Getty ImagesSP A.J. Burnett

Key Free Agents

SP A.J. Burnett, RF Marlon Byrd, 1B Justin Morneau, SS Clint Barmes

Major Areas of Need

First Base

The Pittsburgh Pirates got by with a platoon of Garrett Jones and Gaby Sanchez for much of the season at first base before adding Justin Morneau in August and giving him everyday at-bats. If the Pirates are going to make a splash, this is where it will be, and adding a power bat like Kendrys Morales or re-signing Justin Morneau seem like the most likely moves.

Right Field

The Pirates' other August acquisition, right fielder Marlon Byrd, is also set to depart in free agency, and the Pirates will likely let someone else overpay for his services in 2014. They could stand pat at this spot, with Jose Tabata capable of holding down the position and prospects Andrew Lambo and Gregory Polanco also options.

Backup Shortstop

Jordy Mercer unseated Clint Barmes as the Pirates' starting shortstop, providing an offensive boost and still playing capable defense. He'll be the starter in 2014, but bringing on a capable backup should he falter would be a good insurance policy. That could be as simple as re-signing Barmes, or it could mean signing someone like Brendan Ryan or John McDonald.

St. Louis Cardinals

Thanks to a well-balanced lineup top to bottom, the St. Louis Cardinals were able to trot out Pete Kozma as their shortstop in 2013. He was a plus defender, but make no mistake, he was among the worst everyday player in the game from an offensive standpoint. Jhonny Peralta and Stephen Drew are the only real options in free agency, and while they will both be considered, a trade seems to be like the more likely route.

Right Field

The Cardinals can either bring back Carlos Beltran as their right fielder for the next couple years and put top prospect Oscar Taveras in center field when he's ready, or they can let Beltran walk and sign a stopgap option for right field until Taveras is ready to step in. This will be one of the more interesting decisions any team has to make this offseason.

Arizona Diamondbacks

Christian Petersen/Getty ImagesUT Willie Bloomquist

Key Free Agents

UT Willie Bloomquist, 3B Eric Chavez

Major Areas of Need

Late-Inning Relief

With J.J. Putz and Heath Bell in place at the back end of the bullpen, it was surprising, to say the least, to see Brad Ziegler wind up spending much of the season in the closer's role. The Arizona Diamondbacks are more or less stuck with Putz and Bell given their contracts, and adding a premium setup man like Jesse Crain to the mix could help improve the 'pen as a whole.

Power Hitting 3B/OF

The Diamondbacks need someone to protect Paul Goldschmidt in the lineup, and the most likely spots for an addition seem to be left field or third base if the team opts to move Martin Prado to left field. The D-Backs could look at Carlos Beltran or Curtis Granderson on the free-agent market, but a trade seems like the more likely option given the their farm system depth and the lack of free-agent options.

Colorado Rockies

Doug Pensinger/Getty ImagesSP Jeff Francis

Key Free Agents

SP Jeff Francis, SP Roy Oswalt

Major Areas of Need

Starting Pitcher

A return to health for Jhoulys Chacin and Jorge De La Rosa gave the Colorado Rockies two plus starters at the top of their rotation, and Tyler Chatwood was a solid No. 3 when healthy. But the rest of the rotation was a mess. The bullpen threw an NL-high 555.2 innings as a result, and adding a workhorse veteran to the back of the staff would go a long way.

Right Field

With Todd Helton retired, it looks like Michael Cuddyer will move in to play first base, with some combination of Charlie Blackmon and Corey Dickerson currently slated to play right field. The team likely won't be able to spend the money to land someone like Jacoby Ellsbury or Shin-Soo Choo, but Nelson Cruz may be a fit, and he could put up some monster numbers in Coors Field.

The third base market is incredibly thin this year, as Los Angeles Dodgers free agents Juan Uribe and Michael Young represent the two best available options. The team could pursue a trade for someone like Aramis Ramirez or Chase Headley, but bringing back Uribe on a two-year deal seems like the most likely scenario.

Starting Pitcher

The trio of Clayton Kershaw, Zack Greinke and Hyun-Jin Ryu is rock solid at the top of the Dodgers rotation, and they have a number of young arms capable of stepping into the No. 5 spot. But filling out the rotation with a proven veteran as the No. 4 starter is a must. Re-signing Ricky Nolasco is certainly an option.

Relief Pitcher

Kenley Jansen was terrific in the closer's role for the Dodgers, but two of the team's top setup men down the stretch, J.P. Howell and Brian Wilson, are set to hit free agency. Ronald Belisario, Chris Withrow and Paco Rodriguez will all be back, but bringing in a veteran or two to replace the potentially departed free agents will be on the to-do list.

San Diego Padres

Dilip Vishwanat/Getty ImagesSP Jason Marquis

Key Free Agents

SP Jason Marquis, OF Mark Kotsay, SS Ronny Cedeno

Major Areas of Need

Starting Pitching

The emergence of Andrew Cashner and Tyson Ross, along with the July addition of Ian Kennedy, already has the San Diego Padres rotation looking better for 2014. However, it is still far from a strength of the team, and adding a bounce-back candidate like Phil Hughes or a mid-level veteran like Roberto Hernandez could help shore things up.

San Francisco Giants

Ezra Shaw/Getty ImagesRP Javier Lopez

Key Free Agents

RP Javier Lopez, SP Chad Gaudin, OF Andres Torres

Major Areas of Need

Starting Pitching

The San Francisco Giants already re-signed Tim Lincecum and will likely exercise their option on Ryan Vogelsong. But they'll still have an open rotation spot for 2014, and they could look to bring in a front-line arm like Ervin Santana or even Japanese ace Masahiro Tanaka in an effort to get their pitching back to its previously dominant level.

Left Field

Assuming Brandon Belt stays at first base and does not wind up in the outfield, the Giants' biggest offensive hole is undoubtedly in left field. Gregor Blanco is a decent all-around players, but he's far from an impact bat and is better suited as an often-used fourth outfielder. The Giants opted against making a splash signing here last offseason, but with a number of impact outfielders on the market, they could change their tune this winter.